We advise our clients on the full range of criminal and contentious regulatory matters in addition to internal compliance and other investigations. Our lawyers have acted on complex, high-profile matters for both corporate entities and individuals. The advice is partner-led and tailored to the specific needs of our clients.
We are discreet and sensitive in our approach, uniquely equipped to strategically manage your situation and defend your position. We work closely with other practices within the firm to achieve the best outcome as we recognise that there can be many overlapping considerations. The depth and range of expertise we can offer as a firm, ensures our client’s position is protected at all times.
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Dispute Resolution is a complex and rapidly evolving field that demands specialist expertise, strategic insight and a genuine understanding of your unique circumstances. At Payne Hicks Beach, our experienced solicitors will ensure your case benefits from fair and effective management.
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Why Choose Payne Hicks Beach?
Recognised by all leading directories in the UK including Chambers UK, Legal 500 UK and Spears 500 for specialist expertise, strategic advice, and handling of high-complexity cases. Our partnership of experienced dispute specialists ensures you benefit from the best collective knowledge in the field.
Mark Jones’ most recent recognition includes:
- Chambers HNW 2026 – Ranked for Financial Crime: High Net Worth Individuals (UK-wide).
- Spear’s 500 2026 – Ranked “Top Recommended” for Criminal Lawyers & White-Collar Crime Lawyers.
- Chambers UK 2026 – Ranked for Crime.
- Legal 500 UK 2026 – Ranked as a Leading Partner for Crime: General.
- Legal 500 UK 2026 – Ranked as a Leading Partner for Fraud: White-Collar Crime.
- Doyle’s Guide 2025 – Recognised as a Leading Lawyer for Criminal Defence.
- Chambers UK 2025 – Ranked for Financial Crime: High Net Worth Individuals (UK-wide).
- Chambers HNW 2025 – Ranked for Financial Crime: High Net Worth Individuals (UK-wide).
We understand that many disputes involve highly sensitive personal, commercial and reputational issues where discretion is paramount. Where court proceedings are necessary, we act with sensitivity, discretion and determination, remaining committed to protecting your privacy, reputation and wider interests throughout every stage of the process.
We regularly advise clients (both institutions and individuals) on allegations of anti-money laundering, insider dealing, market abuse, bribery and corruption, tax fraud, corporate manslaughter, government contract fraud and modern slavery. We also advise victims of crime as well as acting in private prosecutions to obtain justice for our clients.
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25 June 2026
We are delighted that the latest edition of the Spear’s Family Lawyers Index features thirteen lawyers from our award-winning…
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Spear’s Legal Indices 2024 – the best lawyers for criminal law and white collar crime
12 June 2024
Mark Jones, Partner and Head of the Defence and Investigations, and Henry Watkinson, are listed in the Spear’s Legal Indices…
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Increased compelled powers for the UK Serious Fraud Office – Mark Jones and Henry Watkinson for Fraud Intelligence.
2 February 2024
On 15th January 2024, section 211 of The Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023 came into force, expanding the sc…
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